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Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Diamond Accent Watch
Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Diamond Accent Watch

Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Diamond Accent Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel White MOP Mother Of Pearl Diamond Accent Deployment buckle 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue MOP Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers
Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue MOP Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers

Rolex 36mm Datejust Baby Blue MOP Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust custom Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Dial with Baguette & Round Diamond Numbers 16030 custom Bezel

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Ice Blue Dial with Diamonds Watch 69160
Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Ice Blue Dial with Diamonds Watch 69160

Rolex Ladies Datejust Stainless Steel Ice Blue Dial with Diamonds Watch 69160

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust 69160 Stainless Steel Ice Blue Color Dial with 8 + 2 Diamond RT Deployment buckle

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68274 with Custom Diamond Bezel Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Bezel
Rolex Datejust 68274 with Custom Diamond Bezel Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Bezel

Rolex Datejust 68274 with Custom Diamond Bezel Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust With custom Diamond bezel Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel and Lugs RT Deployment buckle 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Watch 69173
Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Watch 69173

Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Vintage Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Custom Roman Numeral Dial 69173 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratch...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273
Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273

Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Black 31mm Rolex Datejust 2 Tone Diamonds + Sapphire Bezel 68273 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blemishes...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visibl...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch 16013. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible s...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Jubilee Band 16014. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no vi...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 31mm Factory White Mother of Pearl Dial 78274 Jubilee Band 1999
Rolex Datejust 31mm Factory White Mother of Pearl Dial 78274 Jubilee Band 1999

Rolex Datejust 31mm Factory White Mother of Pearl Dial 78274 Jubilee Band 1999

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. It is a genuine Rolex which has b...

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Watch Silver Roman Dial 16220 Circa 1997
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Watch Silver Roman Dial 16220 Circa 1997

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel Watch Silver Roman Dial 16220 Circa 1997

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! The watc...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 White Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 White Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 White Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Black Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995
Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Black Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

Rolex Datejust 36mm Stainless Steel 16234 Black Roman Dial, Jubilee Circa 1995

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Model features quick-set movement...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68274 Ivory Arabic Dial with Diamond & Sapphire Bezel SS Watch
Rolex Datejust 68274 Ivory Arabic Dial with Diamond & Sapphire Bezel SS Watch

Rolex Datejust 68274 Ivory Arabic Dial with Diamond & Sapphire Bezel SS Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Ivory Arabic Dial with Diamond & Sapphire Bezel SS Ladies Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial with Diamonds & Emeralds Bezel SS Watch
Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial with Diamonds & Emeralds Bezel SS Watch

Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial with Diamonds & Emeralds Bezel SS Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial with Diamonds & Emeralds Bezel Stainless Steel Watch 68274

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68274 Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch
Rolex Datejust 68274 Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch

Rolex Datejust 68274 Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Ladies Wrist Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 68274 Salmon Roman Numeral Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Watch
Rolex Datejust 68274 Salmon Roman Numeral Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Watch

Rolex Datejust 68274 Salmon Roman Numeral Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust Salmon Roman Numeral Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Stainless Steel Watch 68274

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue MOP Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel
Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue MOP Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel

Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue MOP Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm Baby Blue Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond Numbers & Diamond Bezel 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone
Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone

Rolex Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Diamond Bezel Cream Pyramid Roman Dial Jubilee Band Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother of Pearl Watch
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother of Pearl Watch

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother of Pearl Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust 16013 Two Tone Blue Color Treated MOP Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial+ Bezel

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Salmon Dial Watch 69173
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Salmon Dial Watch 69173

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Salmon Dial Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Salmon Color Dial with Accent RT 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Black MOP Watch 69173
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Black MOP Watch 69173

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Black MOP Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust 69173 Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Black MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Dial with Baguette Diamond Accent 68273
Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Dial with Baguette Diamond Accent 68273

Rolex Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Dial with Baguette Diamond Accent 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Vintage Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Blue Color Dial with 8+2 Diamond Accent 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 2 Tone Pink MOP Dial with Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs
Rolex Datejust 2 Tone Pink MOP Dial with Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs

Rolex Datejust 2 Tone Pink MOP Dial with Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust 2 Tone Pink MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs 16013

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust White MOP String Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel
Rolex 31mm Datejust White MOP String Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel

Rolex 31mm Datejust White MOP String Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust White MOP String Diamond Dial with Diamond & Emerald Bezel & Diamond Lugs SS Watch 68274

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Stainless Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273
Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Color Dial 8 + 2 Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Sapphire 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Women's Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273
Women's Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273

Women's Rolex Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Dial Diamond Accent Watch 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Silver Color Dial 8 + 2 Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Emerald Watch 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Watch 69173
Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Watch 69173

Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Diamond Dial Watch 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Tahitian MOP Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Rubies Watch 69173

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust 69173 Two Tone Diamond Bezel & Lugs Baby Blue MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Accent

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Pink Natural Pearl Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Watch 69160
Rolex Pink Natural Pearl Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Watch 69160

Rolex Pink Natural Pearl Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel Watch 69160

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Custom Set Pink Pearl Dial & Bezel SS Oyster Bracelet Watch 69160 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratche...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Baby Light Matte Pink Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet Diamond Bezel Watch
Rolex Baby Light Matte Pink Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet Diamond Bezel Watch

Rolex Baby Light Matte Pink Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet Diamond Bezel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Baby Light Matte Pink 26mm Datejust SS Oyster Bracelet & Diamond Bezel 69160 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches o...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm Silver String S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm Silver String S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm Silver String S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex Silver String 26mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs 69174. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visib...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Rolex White Track Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch 69160
Ladies Rolex White Track Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch 69160

Ladies Rolex White Track Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Watch 69160

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex White Track 26mm Datejust S/S Oyster Perpetual Diamond Side + Bezel & Lugs 69160 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible ...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent Watch
Rolex Ladies Datejust White Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent Watch

Rolex Ladies Datejust White Mother of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accent Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust White MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial with Diamond Accen Deployment buckle 69174. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no ...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 77080 Black Dial Ladies' Watch, Full Set, circa 1999
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 77080 Black Dial Ladies' Watch, Full Set, circa 1999

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 77080 Black Dial Ladies' Watch, Full Set, circa 1999

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Of timeless design this sophisticated Rolex ref 77080 is in mint condition, dating from 1999. The timepiece features an eternally popular & simply elegant Black Dial, that's in i...

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust with Diamond Bezel and White Diamond Roman Dial Men's Watch
Rolex Datejust with Diamond Bezel and White Diamond Roman Dial Men's Watch

Rolex Datejust with Diamond Bezel and White Diamond Roman Dial Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Custom Diamond Bezel, White Roman Dial 16014 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible scratches or blemishes. All ou...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex 18 Karat Gold With Diamond Bezel President circa 1996 with Original Box
Rolex 18 Karat Gold With Diamond Bezel President circa 1996 with Original Box

Rolex 18 Karat Gold With Diamond Bezel President circa 1996 with Original Box

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: President / Reference 18236 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1996 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 43mm Length X 36mm Diamet...

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174
Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174

Rolex Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs 69174

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 26mm Datejust Black Jubilee Diamond Dial Custom Diamond Bezel and Lugs Jubilee Band 69174 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visibl...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust SS Grey Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Watch
Rolex Datejust SS Grey Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Watch

Rolex Datejust SS Grey Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Datejust 36mm SS Grey Color Dial Classic + Lugs with Diamond Accent RT Wrist Watch 16030 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible...

Category

1990s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

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1990 Rolex For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 1990 rolex you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from stainless steel, gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1990 rolex may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1.5 carat and 2 carat versions are of considerable interest. A 1990 rolex of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 642, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and emerald cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1990 rolex, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a 1990 Rolex?

The price for a 1990 rolex starts at $184 and tops out at $239,000 with these watches, on average, selling for $8,119.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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